Standard Ceiling Space
Soffit space should begin 84 inches off the kitchen floor.

This means that a typical soffit for an 8-foot tall kitchen will be 12 inches high.

But, you will still need to ensure this size space works well for your kitchen.

How much does it cost to build a soffit?

Professionally installed soffits and fascias typically cost $6-$10 a linear foot for wood or vinyl, and $8-$20 or more a linear foot for aluminum, but costs can be more in some circumstances — for a multi-story home with a high roofline, if the soffits are wider than the common 12″-16″ or if there are a lot of mitered

How do you install kitchen wall cabinets under soffit?

How do you decorate a kitchen soffit?

8 Ways to Deal with Those Awkward Kitchen Cabinet Soffits

• Fill in the space with trim.
• Fill in the space with a furr down.
• Fill the space with trim in a contrasting color.
• Get some really tall upper cabinets.
• Add a second row of cabinets.
• Add a window.
• Paint the wall the same color as the cabinets.
• Embrace it.